Jason Terrance Phillips, known professionally as Jadakiss, is an American rapper who emerged in the 1990s as a member of the influential hip hop trio The Lox, alongside Styles P and Sheek Louch. The group rose to prominence after signing with Bad Boy Records, releasing the acclaimed album Money, Power & Respect in 1998, followed by We Are the Streets in 2000 under Ruff Ryders Entertainment. Both albums achieved top five spots on the Billboard charts and earned widespread praise. Jadakiss launched his solo career with Ruff Ryders, delivering albums like Kiss Tha Game Goodbye and the chart-topping Kiss of Death, known for the hit single Why featuring Anthony Hamilton. He later joined Def Jam Recordings for projects including The Last Kiss and Top 5 Dead or Alive, continuing his streak of Billboard success. In recent years, Jadakiss has released the collaborative album Friday on Elm Street with Fabolous and his solo project Ignatius, both earning critical acclaim. Throughout his career, Jadakiss has been recognized for his sharp lyricism and enduring influence in hip hop.